Types and Characteristics of DSLs
Explore the types and key characteristics of domain specific languages, focusing on internal and external DSLs. Understand how to choose the right DSL type and utilize Kotlin features to create fluent, context-driven DSLs that enhance expressiveness and reduce errors.
We'll cover the following...
We'll cover the following...
We’ll first look at the types of DSLs and then discuss their main characteristics. Knowing these will help you make a right choice, both for the type of DSL and for the language to program them.
External vs. internal DSLs
When designing, you have to choose between an external or an internal DSL.
You enjoy greater freedom if you opt to create an external DSL, but you’re responsible for creating ...